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Senate Candidate Platner Pledges Strong Support for LGBTQ+ Rights

11/1/2025

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Graham Platner, a US Senate candidate, reassured Sami in Damariscotta he would fight for LGBTQ+ rights.
The Marine veteran pledged, "Yes, I will absolutely stand next to you," underscoring commitment.
The exchange followed scrutiny of past derogatory comments and a tattoo he has since covered.
Platner advocates for working-class families and supports Medicare for All.
Polls show Platner leading the Democratic primary in Maine against Gov. Janet Mills.

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Graham Platner, a US Senate candidate, reassured Sami in Damariscotta he would fight for LGBTQ+ rights.
The Marine veteran pledged, "Yes, I will absolutely stand next to you," underscoring commitment.
The exchange followed scrutiny of past derogatory comments and a tattoo he has since covered.
Platner advocates for working-class families and supports Medicare for All.
Polls show Platner leading the Democratic primary in Maine against Gov. Janet Mills.